Greg Wise
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Fokker E.1 EarlyPublished: March 3, 2014 History BriefThe dreaded Fokker E.1 was the first fighter aircraft to enter service with the German Luftwaffe in World War I. When it arrived at the front in mid-1915, it set in motion a time known as the "Fokker Scourge," in which the E.1 and its lineal Eindecker siblings achieved air superiority over the Western Front. The ProductMy sample arrived in a higher-… more |
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PV-1 Ventura EnginesPublished: February 25, 2014 The ProductThese highly detailed engines are a great way to enhance your next build. They are a drop in replacement for the kit parts. My samples were beautifully cast, and flawless. The engine’s pushrod tubes are not included in the casting, but locating holes for the pushrod tubes are present for those modelers wishing to add them. I highly recommend these babies to anyone wanting… more |
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Luftwaffe Fighter-bombers Over Britain The Tip and Run Campaign 1942-1943Published: February 25, 2014 The Following Text is a Historical Perspective from the Publisher.
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British Battlecruiser vs. German Battlecruiser 1914-16Published: January 10, 2014 Beautifully illustrated with specially commissioned artwork, this book offers a creditable account detailing the key rival battles between the Battlecruisers of the Royal Navy and the Kaiserliche Marine at the height of World War I. This book covers these opposing Battlecruisers and where they first met in January 1915 at Dogger Bank in the North Sea. The author explains why the battle was a… more |
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Mitsubishi A6M3/3a ZERO FIGHTER Model 22 (ZEKE)Published: January 5, 2014 History BriefFollowing the Zero Model 21 (A6M2), the Model 32 (A6M3) Zero was introduced and entered service in the summer of 1942. It was powered by a Sakae 21 engine which featured superior high-altitude performance and an increased top speed. However, the Model 32’s reduced fuel capacity, heavier airframe design, and shorter clipped wings reduced the flight range. In order to fix… more |
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Create and ShapePublished: December 11, 2013 The ProductAccording to the manufacturer this stuff is a lightweight, non-shrinking scenic material for creating and casting realistic diorama groundwork. It dries without cracking, bonds to wood, plaster, plastic, foam and can be cut, sawn and filed to shape when dry without crumbling. There is a Youtube Demo -… more |
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F-105B and F-105D (Double Kit)Published: December 10, 2013 History BriefWhen the F-105 Thunderchief entered service in 1958, it was the heaviest single-engine combat aircraft and was commonly known as the "Thud" by its crews. In March 1956 the USAF placed an order for 65 F-105Bs and 71 were built. Although it set speed records the 105B was besieged with problems, typically the F-105B required 150 hours of maintenance for each flying hour.… more |
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MAD MAX 2 The Road Warrior InterceptorPublished: November 28, 2013 Car History BriefMad Max's black Pursuit Special was a 1973 Ford XB Falcon GT351, limited edition hardtop (sold in Australia from December 1973 to August 1976). The car was modified by Murray Smith, Peter Arcadipane and Ray Beckerley. After filming of the first movie was completed, the car went up for sale, but had no buyers and eventually it was handed over to Murray Smith (film… more |
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Ju-52 Seats with Safety BeltsPublished: November 26, 2013 The ProductMy sample arrived packaged in the all-too-familiar orange-topped poly sleeve with the typical card insert. After close inspection of the parts, I found them to be perfect. As you can see, the kit parts offer excellent detail; even so, the Quickboost seats are by far superior in detail, and they’re a drop-in replacement. They are easily detached from the pour block and… more |
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A-1 Skyraider Gun BarrelsPublished: November 26, 2013 The ProductMy sample arrived packaged in the all-too-familiar orange-topped poly sleeve with the typical card insert. After close inspection of the parts, I found them to be perfect. These little beauties are just what the Doctor ordered. They’re a drop-in replacement for the kit parts. They’re easily detached from the pour block and ready to install. How easy is that? The… more |